Chartres Cathedral Audio Guide Tour

4.4 (5 reviews) 1 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Step inside the greatest Gothic masterpieces and uncover the secrets of Chartres Cathedral on this self-guided tour with our mobile app.

The tour reveals hidden stories in the carvings of the North, West, and South portals like a medieval picture book in stone.

Inside, you’ll discover the Notre Dame de la Belle Verrière window, whose glowing blue glass gave the world the legendary “Chartres Blue.” The cathedral holds 2,600 sq. meters of stained glass, and the tour will guide you through the most famous windows and their stories. You’ll also explore the 100-meter-long choir screen, filled with 41 Renaissance scenes that bring the early life of Mary to life in intricate detail.

This tour is perfect for travelers who love history, art, and storytelling. Whether pilgrim, history lover, or curious visitor, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation of why Chartres has inspired generations.

Please note: this is an app-based tour. To access, you’ll need to download our mobile app after booking.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: German, Russian, Portuguese, English, Italian, Polish, French, Dutch, Spanish
Operated by: Tourific

Ages: Adults (14–65 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
Included: Audio and written guide included
Included: Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
Included: Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
Included: 1-year access on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like

Not included

Not included: Any physical devices or headphones
Not included: Human tour guide at location

Itinerary

Cathedrale de Chartres

1 h 30 min

Discover the wonders of Chartres Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Gothic masterpiece, with this self-guided audio tour on our mobile app.

Begin outside, where you’ll see why the towers look so different—the 12th-century South Tower and the taller, flamboyant North Tower built after a 16th-century fire. At the ornate North and South portals, uncover biblical stories carved in stone, from the Nativity to the Last Judgment.

Inside, admire the cathedral’s stunning stained glass, including the Notre Dame de la Belle Verrière with its famous “Chartres Blue,” along with treasures like the South Rose Window, the Passion Window, and the Life of Christ Window.

Explore the Renaissance choir screen and learn how a 19th-century fire inspired the bold 600-ton copper roof. With 20+ stops, this app-based tour lets you explore at your own pace—simply download the app after booking and begin your journey.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

This is a self-guided audio tour on the "Tourific self-guided tours" app. To activate the tour, check your email for instructions from Tourific or your booking platform sent right after booking. Can’t find it? Search for our company in your email inbox and spam folder. OR contact us via support.

End point

This is a self-guided audio tour on the "Tourific self-guided tours" app. To activate the tour, check your email for instructions from Tourific or your booking platform sent right after booking. Can’t find it? Search for our company in your email inbox and spam folder. OR contact us via support.

Using your ticket

Know before you go :

•⁠ ⁠You will need to download the "Tourific self guided tours" app from the Google play store or App store

•⁠ ⁠Right after booking, you’ll receive an email from Tourific or the tour booking platform with instructions to access the tour.

•⁠ ⁠Having trouble finding the email? Just search for “Tourific” in your inbox or spam folder.

•⁠ ⁠For any issues - contact [email protected]

•⁠ ⁠The tour is valid for 1 year and can be listened to any number of times. So feel free to download tour and experience a few stops before going on the tour.

•⁠ ⁠Fully charge your phone and carry your headphones for the best experience

•⁠ ⁠The tour follows a set route that we recommend that you follow. Once the tour is downloaded, the introduction will guide you to your starting point

•⁠ ⁠Change of plans? Enjoy the tour on a different day or from home